Important terms in Genetics
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Important terms in Genetics Factor: the unit responsible for the inheritance and expression of a particular character. Now replaced by the term gene. Gene: It is particular segment of a…
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Mendel’s Experiments
Mendel’s Experiments on the Garden PEA Sir Gregor Johann Mendel (1822 to 1884) was Austrian monk who used garden pea (Pisum sativum) for his experiments and published his results in…
Heredity and Variation
Heridity and Variation Whenever an infant is born in a family, the relatives begin to wonder about the resemblance of the infant’s eyes, facial features, complexion, colour of hair with…
Principles of Genetics
Principles of Genetics It is common observation that seeds of mango trees grow into mango plants, does give birth to puppies and not into the young ones of any other…
Population Problems and Controls
Population Problems and Control Explore solutions to global Population Problems and Control measures in this comprehensive guide. Learn about sustainable practices, family planning, and societal interventions to address the challenges of…
Reproduction in Human
Reproduction in Human The humans reproduce sexually. Reproduction in humans can be studied in two parts (a) Reproductive system, and (b) Fertilization, Pregnancy and development of the embryo. (a) Reproductive System…
Reproduction
Reproduction The ability to reproduce is one of the essential characteristics of living beings. It involves the transmission of genetic material from the parental generation to the next generation, thereby…
Plant movement
Plant Movement While doing any work our body parts move and also entire body moves from ‘one place to another as per our desire’. This is called movement of our…
Practical application of Growth Regulation
Practical application of Growth Regulation Now a days this procedure widely used by horticulturists to boost their production. Some of the applications are: With the help of auxins and gibberellins…
Stages of Cellular Growth
Stages of Cellular Growth The growth of an organism is always associated with growth of cells. This growth of cells occurs in three successive stages. They are (i) Cell division : The…
Growth and Development in Plants
Growth and Development in Plants If you sow a seed in your garden or in a pot, after few days you would find a tiny seedling coming out from the…
Advantages and Disadvantages of Vegetative Reproduction
Advantages and Disadvantages of Vegetative Reproduction Advantages Rapid means of reproduction and spread. Offspring’s identical to parent. The desired varieties can thus be preserved genetically for use. Food storage organs…
